Can wiping MacBook with a wet cloth alot really damage it's coating? In what way does it damage it?
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MacBook coating
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Beecker
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I'm not sure about a mac book. But I use alcohol and or Lysol wipes when cleaning my MBP. I'm not sure this helps.
The only way to properly clean it is a microfiber cloth moistened with water. Nothing stronger is required unless its been abused.
No. Whoever told you that is wrong and shouldn't be allowed near a computer.
Apple even provides instructions, right here:
http://www.apple.com/support/macbookpro/care/
Usually it's mostly water, with some isopropyl alcohol and other mild solvents mixed in.
Edit: Crazy what you can find with Google, here's the exact composition, 99.1% water with some other crap mixed in
https://www.klearscreen.com/MSDS.aspx
Do you think if you wipe the aluminium parts of the MacBook with the fluid, it would damage it over time?
alphaod
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The aluminium on the Mac is anodized to protect it against the elements including cleaning solvents. However it's not recommended to use abrasive solutions; some things like the sweat on your hands can cause pitting in aluminium, so just be sure to wipe it down once in a while.
Also don't use sandpaper or scrubbing pads.
I usually use rubbing alcohol with a paper towel as it both cleans and disinfects.
Also don't use sandpaper or scrubbing pads.
I usually use rubbing alcohol with a paper towel as it both cleans and disinfects.